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Lap band surgery is a laparoscopic procedure that places an adjustable band around the stomach. This is done to assist the patient in controlling the amount of food consumed. Slippage occurs if the stomach wall slips up through the band.
Types of Lap Band Slippage
There are two types of lap band slippage. Anterior slippage is when the front of the stomach slips up. Posterior slippage is when the rear part of the stomach slips up.
Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea and vomiting even when no food has been consumed is a sign of lap band slippage.
Food Consumption
If the patient is suddenly able to consume more food than before, it can be a sign of lap band slippage. Overeating can result in the stomach stretching and pulling through the band. An X-ray can determine whether the band has slipped.
Acid Reflux
The slippage of the band can allow acid up into the esophagus. This can result in frequent heartburn or difficulty swallowing.
Treatment
The severity of the slippage will determine the best treatment option. The lap band might need to be deflated for adjustment. In more severe cases, surgery might be required to fix the problem.
Prevention
Following the specified diet, chewing food completely, and avoiding overeating are ways to help prevent lap band slippage.
Source:
All About Lap Band, "Lap Band Slippage - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment"
Thinner Times, "Lap-Band Complications - Slippage"
University of Maryland Medical Center, "Weight control and diet - Surgery"
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